A young military officer is a tenant in the house of wealthy citizens. He admires their daughter, who eventually makes his dreams come true by spending the night with him. They have a secret love affair. But as surprisingly as she indulged him, she dies in his arms. Desperate, the officer rides away.
Written & Directed by Alexandre Astruc
Based on the short story by Jules Barbey d'Aurevilly
Cinematography by Eugen Schüfftan
Music by Jean-Jacques Grunenwald
Edited by Jean Mitry
Production Design & Costume Design by Mayo
Starring Anouk Aimée & Jean-Claude Pascal